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Profits and turnover up at Grove & Dean
Broker says it is seeing a return on its investment in technology.
Quizzical questions: 9 March 2018
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Saffron buys Grove Insurance Services
Deal follows Broker Network's purchase of Saffron in January.
Bellwood Prestbury accredited as Lloyd’s broker
Firm specialises in high risk sectors.
Newbie news: Townley Insurance Brokers
Trading up: Townley Insurance Brokers’ director Adam Townley tells Siân Barton how he came to realise the benefits of working for himself
Travelers’ Mark Crane urges brokers to take action ahead of GDPR
Crane said failing to follow the rules exposes brokers to "significant risks", including reputational damages and fines.
Gravity Risk Services targets more organic growth as profits rise in 2017
Stourbridge-headquartered broker also reports rise in turnover to £670,667.
InsurTech Futures: London's future as InsurTech hub threatened by Brexit
Experts urge insurance sector to collaborate with InsurTech start-ups to attract talent to the UK market.
The Blog Spot: Lifting the lid on optimism with Allianz, XL and Axa
Emmanuel Kenning looks at two conflicting stories as brokers frown and smile about the future.
#Insagepeople: 5 - 11 March 2018
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Opinion: Ann Peel on staying compliant with client money rules
The trouble with client money: One Call’s fine has put the rules back in the spotlight and brokers should be ready for scrutiny, says Ann Peel
Opinion: Jon Dye on optimism and the importance of insurance to society
Out of uncertainty: Jon Dye looks behind the headline of a recent survey that found declining optimism among brokers and shares his reasons for being upbeat
Turnover up but profits slip for Be Wiser
CEO Mark Bower-Dyke said marketing and staffing spend had increased to counteract competition and fewer cars on the roads.
BGL targeting 200 apprentices for new academy
Recruits to range from school leavers to degree holders.
Podcast: The top 5 stories of the week
Emmanuel Kenning and Siân Barton have a look at the most read stories over the last week.
InsurTech Futures Blog: Collaboration is key
Andy Thornley, head of corporate affairs at Biba, urges incumbent brokers and insurers to partner with InsurTech firms.
Profits up at ICB in 2017
Turnover rises at the broker without any acquisitions.
Mark Mugge leaves Ardonagh CFO role
Mugge to focus on "key strategic initiatives" across the company as Antony Erotocritou steps into finance director role.
Quizzical questions: 2 March 2018
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Brendan McManus promises no pause to buying after Lorica deal
CEO says PIB will maintain focus on businesses with specialities.
The Blog Spot: One year of Ogden upheaval
The government should bring discount rate clarity to the insurance industry without further delays, writes Ida Axling.
Chartwell Healthcare bought by JLT
Broker Chartwell serves the UK SME sector and the deal takes GWP for JLT’s health and employee benefits divisions to £200m.
Hastings confident of hitting 2019 growth targets
CFO Richard Hoskins says firm is focused on organic growth and digitalising the business.
Towergate and Broker Network owners HPS and MDP buy Compass
Compass sells after its 2016 MBO from Arthur J Gallagher.